The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) Osun state chapter and State Football Association have conferred meritorious honour of excellence and achiever awards bestowed on the Chairman Referees Appointment Committee of the Nigeria Football Association, Alhaji Ahmed Yussuf Fresh for his contribution to the development of football in the country.

The double award is in recognition of his dedication and his selfless services to the growth of the round leather game in Nigeria.

The Event took place at the weekend During the second edition of the Chief Taiwo Ogunjobi, Golden cup championship held inside Oshogbo stadium in Osun state.

Presenting the award on behalf of the two bodies to Alhaji Ahmed Yussuf Fresh, The pillar of sports in Osun state, Chief Taiwo Ogunjobi said the award followed thorough scrutiny of the leadership role played by the the Nigeria Football Federation executive and his services rendered which has led to the development of the game in the country,

He called on all stakeholders to emulate the role played by Alhaji Ahmed Yussuf Fresh towards building the capacity of referees and improving the quality of the game.

Ogunjobi also commended the SWAN and the the Osun state football Association for their un relent effort toward reporting the game.

In his remark, shortly after receiving the award, Alhaji Ahmed Yussuf Fresh appreciated both Swan and Referees community in Osun state for recognising his contributions over the years to the development of football in Nigeria.

He said:“This award is precious to me, and has given me motivation to continue to put in my best in the service of Nation. He pledged his his unfailing support toward the development of Football in the country.